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The story behind Niki Lauda's comeback from fiery Nurburgring crash

Exactly 50 years ago today, Formula 1 was in danger of losing one of its greatest champions, Niki Lauda, due to a horrific incident on the Nordschleife. This is the story of his crash — and comeback — half a century on.

motorsport.com·Jul 3

Niki Lauda's championship-winning Ferrari 312T returns in Austria as son takes wheel

Mathias Lauda completed a demonstration run in the Ferrari 312T that his late father, Niki Lauda, drove to the 1975 Formula 1 championship. The run took place at the Red Bull Ring ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix. Taking part in the annual Legends Parade at the Spielberg circuit, Lauda returned the iconic number 12 chassis to an Austrian race track. The 45-year-old, an experienced GT and ...Keep reading

motorsport.com·Jun 26

Mercedes welcome Niki Lauda's family at F1 Austrian GP: "A legacy that lives on"

Seven years after the passing of three-time Formula 1 champion and Mercedes non-executive chairman Niki Lauda, his family has joined the Brackley outfit at the Red Bull Ring ahead of this weekend's Austrian Grand Prix. Mercedes confirmed the visit via its social media channels, sharing images of Lauda's son, Mathias, and his grandson, Lennon, alongside the Austrian driver's famous red cap and ...Keep reading

motorsportweek.com·Jun 21

Heroic driver who helped save Niki Lauda from fiery F1 crash dies

Guy Edwards, one of the Formula 1 drivers who helped free Niki Lauda from his fiery crash in the 1976 German Grand Prix, has died at the age of 83.

racingnews365.com·Jan 23

Do you like the striking new 2026 Ferrari F1 livery?

Ferrari's new 2026 F1 machine has broken cover for the first time, with a striking new livery. A lighter shade of Rosso has been met with a huge swath of white, akin to the 312T cars of the 1970s which carried Niki Lauda to two of his three titles. But what do you think of the new design? Check out the renders by clicking the link and make sure to vote in the poll!

Planet F1

Lewis Hamilton v Fernando Alonso: Aston Martin turn to wise Niki Lauda words

Watching as Fernando Alonso closed in on Lewis Hamilton, Andy Cowell was reminded of Niki Lauda's phrase for giving it everything.

Planet F1

Lewis Hamilton clears up long-running misconception over Mercedes switch

The long-running belief had been that Niki Lauda was the key figure behind Lewis Hamilton joining Mercedes.

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Lewis Hamilton shows off Niki Lauda tribute helmet for first Italian GP as Ferrari driver

Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari will pay tribute to Niki Lauda in Monza.

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Ferrari honoring 50 years since Lauda's title with Monza livery

Ferrari will run a special livery at the Italian Grand Prix this weekend, honoring Niki Lauda’s first championship with the team 50 years ago.Lauda won the 1975 drivers’ championship driving the Ferrari 312 T, taking five victories and nine pole positions in total from the 14 rounds. The title was...

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Ferrari reveal retro Lauda tribute livery for Monza

Ferrari will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Niki Lauda's first world title by running a retro livery at the Italian Grand Prix this weekend.

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Lewis Hamilton to drive Niki Lauda-inpired Ferrari SF-25 at Monza

Ferrari drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc will head into action at the Italian Grand Prix at the wheel of Niki Lauda-inspired SF-25.

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Ferrari unveils Niki Lauda tribute livery for F1 Italian GP

Ferrari has unveiled a special 50th anniversary livery for this weekend's Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix, in tribute to the late Niki Lauda.